Lamu Old Town Walking Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

Mobile ticket

The tour will pass by the authentic narrow streets and corners of Lamu. You will be able to enjoy the Lamu sea front, the wood carvings of different doors, plenty of houses made with corals.

You will get to learn about history, swahili culture and music, the art of wood carving, silversmithing, wave knitting, and plenty of other local products with a professional guide fluent in English.

Immerse yourself in a city that has a mixed of cultures. The guide will also recommend local places to eat local food, swahili cuisine, and even places to stay. And also fun activities to complement your time in Lamu, like sailing tours, fishing tours, how to go to Takwa Ruins, etc.

Some of the attractions visited are: Lamu Market, Lamu Town Square, Lamu Fort, Lamu Museum, Donkey Sanctuary, Lamu seafront, weaving, silversmithing and wood carving local working shops, and much more.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Tour Guide for the time of the tour

entrance fees inside the fort and the museum

What To Expect

Lamu Old Town

Will meet you at your meeting point to take you around Lamu old town, where you will get a chance of seeing the Lamu Museum, Lamu Fort, Lamu market, wood carving shops, silver smith shops, German post office, Swahili house museum with unique architecture, Lamu market, and of course the Donkey sanctuary. Also you will be getting a chance to enjoy the traditional swahili music, Lamu sea front, and many lovely streets with coral and wood carvings.

2 hours • Admission Not Included

Lamu Museum

You will have the chance to see the Museum which serves to colonies the first being the Oman King and at that time it was a palace for the King, then after during the time of British when British took over it was then used as their headquarter that is Imperial British East African Company and later it was converted to be a Museum. Outside of the Museum are canons which were used to bomb the Sultanet at Witu.

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Lamu Old Town Walking Tour

Reviews

5.00

49 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Book your walking tour of Lamu with Kassim for a truly memorable experience!
Samina T,
Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Kassim is an exemplary tour guide providing one of the best experiences I have had travelling. The communication from Viator was clear as was communicating with Kassim on wats app which made organising the meeting point easy as I arrived in Lamu from the small boat that bought me to the jetty. I arrived early at lunchtime but Kassim still met me at and recommended a great restaurant for traditional Swahili cuisine as he went for Friday prayers. Kassim shared knowledge of Lamu and was excellent in providing the history and expertise of Swahili culture from the Lamu museum to quaint coffee shops and authentic hand made jewellery. Kassim really personalised my experience and made my day in Lamu even more memorable. Kassim went way and beyond in helping me to sort out my flight back to Mombasa the next day as the airline had provided me with 2 different flight times. Kassim went to the Skyward Airlines office in Lamu and put me on the phone to them to sort out the correct times. Asante Sana Kassim for your professionalism, reliability and expertise and making my experience of Lamu so memorable.
Fastastic walking tour of Lamu Town
G8035RLluis,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Kassim took us on a two-hour walking tour of Lamu Town, and it was an absolute delight. He’s enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and full of energy and passion for his hometown. We learned so much about the history and daily life of Lamu while enjoying his great company. Highly recommended! 🌴
Great Walking Tour!
joetV5487HS,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Kassim was a very knowledgeable and friendly guide! We had a great tour around Lamu Old Town and got some great insider tips from him. Would definitely recommend taking a tour with him while you are visiting.
A Magical Anniversary in Lamu with Kassim – Our Amazing Guide Kassim 💫
V340HCgracem,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A Magical Anniversary in Lamu with Kassim – Our Amazing Guide Kassim 💫 Celebrating our wedding anniversary in Lamu was one of the best decisions we’ve ever made — and having Kassim as our guide made it even more special. From the moment we met him, his calm, friendly energy made us feel instantly comfortable. He wasn’t just a guide; he felt like a friend showing us around his beautiful home, as he says, "Amu tamu"(meaning sweet island Amu). On our first day, Kassim took us through the narrow, history-filled streets of Lamu Old Town. Town. Every corner had a story, every doorway a whisper of the island’s past — and he told them all with so much passion and respect for his culture. We ended the day with a lovely, sweet cup of: Kahawa Tamu". Day two was pure magic. We sailed to Manda Toto Resort, where we had the most peaceful and romantic dhow lunch surrounded by turquoise waters and endless skies. Kassim made sure everything ran smoothly, allowing us to relax and soak it all in. Our last evening was the perfect ending — a sunset dhow ride that felt straight out of a dream. As the sky turned shades of gold and pink, I couldn’t help but feel grateful — for the moment, for my husband, and for Kassim, who made it all so memorable. He was professional, thoughtful, and genuinely kind throughout our stay. Thanks to him, we didn’t just see Lamu — we felt it. If you’re ever planning a trip to Lamu, do yourself a favour and find Kassim. You’ll leave with more than just beautiful photos — you’ll leave with unforgettable memories. 💛
Brilliant Lamu Old Town Tour
amyw-london,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Kassim was the absolute best guide we could have hoped for - so warm and welcoming, funny, knowledgeable and attentive! We had an absolutely brilliant day with him and he went out of his way to make sure we got everything we wanted out of the tour, and we're enjoying ourselves. Thank you Kassim!!! It was an unforgettable tour!!!
The must have guide of Lamu Island
Shell1973,
Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I did a few things with Kassim as it was soon obvious he was the man about town that knew how to do everything! He was so professional, giving clear information and prices for each activity and being super flexible. I was on my own and he went out of his way to find others I could join with. The Lamu old town tour was very informative while the sunset cruise was super relaxing. The thing that made both activities even better was Kassim's really friendly, fun, open manner and it was a pleasure to spend time with him. All you need when you get to Lamu is Kassim's number and everything will be fine!
Best way to see Lamu town
I379EWrichards,
Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great tour, Kassim really knows his stuff! I appreciate that he went out of his way to take photos. Be sure to take your time walking the streets.
Ask and you shall receive
katiesS8952VV,
Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We signed up for a walking tour with Kassim and got so much more. He’s been our local host a companion while in lamu- helping us find a spot to watch EPL, opening secret doors on windy streets to the best local coffee shops, arranging for us to go to Shella and accompanying us along the way. We’re disabled and Kassim didn’t bat an eye he’s just offered us a helping hand the best.
Wonderful experience
Ammu1180,
Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Kassim is a fantastic guide who always goes the extra mile. Really enjoyed the tour which covered four museums, several shops and insights into Lamu's stunning architecture.
The Perfect Guide to Discover Lamu
rishilem,
Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Kassim knows Lamu Town inside and out. He’s passionate about what he does and always happy to answer any questions. He goes out of his way to tailor the tour to your interests, making the experience feel truly personal. I’d gladly recommend him as a guide!